Explain How Tax Compliance Differs from Tax Planning

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Essay

Explain how tax compliance differs from tax planning.

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Definitions:

Direct Approach

A method used in cash flow statements where cash receipts and payments are reported directly to calculate net cash from operating activities.

Indirect Approach

A method used in cash flow statements where net income is adjusted for non-cash transactions and changes in working capital to calculate operational cash flow.

Investing Activities

Transactions involving the purchase or sale of long-term assets and other investments, part of a company's cash flow analysis.

Investing Activities

Financial activities related to the acquisition or sale of long-term assets and other investments that are not equivalent to cash.